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Darien, CT / SOLD
8 Gardiner StreetDarien, CT 06820
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Sale Price$2,305,000ClosedOctober 12, 2023
Open house
Our Take
8 Gardiner Street is a five-bedroom home with a light-filled open kitchen and family room centered on a stone fireplace. French doors open to a stone terrace and large yard, extending the main living area outdoors. The kitchen includes Viking and Sub-Zero appliances, refrigerated drawers, and an oversized island. The primary suite has a fireplace, two walk-in closets, and a spa-like bath. A fifth main-level bedroom is currently used as an office, while the lower level offers recreation, play, or gym space.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #170594602- Bedrooms
- 5
- BathroomsBaths
- 3 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 3,766
- Year built
- 1949
- Acres
- 0.38
- Property taxes
- $17,130
July 2023-June 2024
What stands out
- Stone fireplace and French doors to terrace
- Large yard for outdoor living and play
- Viking and Sub-Zero kitchen appliances
- Oversized island with refrigerated drawers
- Primary suite with fireplace and two walk-in closets
- Lower-level recreation, play, or gym space
- Main-level fifth bedroom currently used as office
- Just over one mile to Weed Beach
Read the full listing description
Enjoy fabulous living in this meticulously maintained, like new home that boasts high-end millwork, and architectural details throughout. The heart of the home is the spacious light filled open chefs kitchen/family room that is complete with a stone fireplace and French doors that lead to a stone terrace and large yard that is great for indoor/outdoor living, entertaining and play. The chefs kitchen features viking and sub zero appliances along with convenient refrigerated drawers and an oversized center island with lots of storage. The primary suite is a true sanctuary, with a cozy fireplace, two walk-in closets, and a luxurious spa-like bathroom. The lower level is a versatile space for recreation, play, or your own gym. The fifth bedroom on the main level has flexible use and is currently utilized as a home office. This exceptional property is situated in the Hindley Blue Ribbon Elementary School district and convenient to shops, school, YMCA and is just over one mile to Weed Beach. Please see 3D Matterport walk-thru tour of home and Home Improvement list that outlines the new mechanicals, painting of interior and exterior, landscaping and other updates. Highest/best offers due to listing agent by Monday 9/11 at 12pm.
Schools
- Elementary
- Hindley
- Middle
- Middlesex
- High
- Darien
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $2,305,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,995,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $2,305,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 50% rebate = $28,813. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered or actual compensation. This is a hypothetical estimate, not a rebate paid on this sale.
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Eileen Murphy
SmartMLS · Listing #170594602 · Closed
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